2008 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2008 Honda Accord and 2008 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Polo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 0 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |