2007 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |