2004 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 111 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (247 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Passat | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1496 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
