2002 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 9 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 (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 747 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2002 Honda Accord (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Caddy |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |