2002 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 628 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Touareg |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |