2008 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
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 Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 25 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 (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Polo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |