1998 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (128 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 34 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Multivan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |