2002 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 4 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 2400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 248 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |