2002 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 (159 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Transporter has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Transporter |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 217 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |