2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Citi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2005 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Citi |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |
