1999 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 674 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Routan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3078 mm |
