2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 756 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 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Touareg |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |