2003 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1051 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Accord | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
