2007 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord 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 (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 41 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |