2008 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 13 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. 2011 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Caddy | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
