2006 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 3 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 729 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 Volkswagen T5 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | T5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
