2007 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 239 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |