2007 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |