2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | GTI |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 264 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |