2001 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 44 kg more than 2001 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Accord | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | GTI |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
