2008 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 71 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
