2004 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 149 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord.
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, 2004 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2005 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Caddy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 19.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |