2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 166 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.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Jetta |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1712 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |