2002 Honda Acty vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Acty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Acty would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Honda Acty. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Acty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 384 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty. 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Acty | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Acty | T5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1224 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
