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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5500 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 166 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 (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 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 | 2353 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |