2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2005 Volkswagen Golf and 2005 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 38 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Golf | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1645 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |