2006 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 209 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 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (371 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
