2006 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Parati. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 600 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Parati. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Parati. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Parati. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Parati has manual transmission. 1999 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 | 1999 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Parati |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
