2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1013 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 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 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Touareg | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2544 kg | 1531 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |