2004 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 7 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 27 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.
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 GTD (350 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 2011 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | GTD |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
