2006 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1222 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 23.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
