2008 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 294 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |