2007 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 183 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 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |