2002 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen AAC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen AAC would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen AAC weights approximately 534 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen AAC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | AAC |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 765 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |