2004 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 4 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 743 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 (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (201 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Multivan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 83 HP |
Torque | 223 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 23.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 2199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |