2005 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 515 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Quantum. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1996 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
