2007 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2013 Honda Accord (247 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Polo | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Polo | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |