2004 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 584 kg more than 2004 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 2004 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, 2004 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |