2008 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
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, both vehicles can yield 340 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | T5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
