2005 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle

To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 265 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.

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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda Accord 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model Accord Beetle
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2204 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 347 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 16.7:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4277 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1486 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2537 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 55 L


 

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