2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (148 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Accord (350 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Golf | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
