2002 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 8 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 651 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | CC |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |