2007 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 675 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |