1998 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 9 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 1 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Honda Accord (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Jetta |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1271 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |