2006 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.

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 (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 2008 Volkswagen Polo
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model Accord Polo
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2997 cc 1389 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 287 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1075 kg 1105 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 3900 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 45 L


 

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