2006 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Parati has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Parati will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1996 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Parati |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
