2005 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 136 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |