2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 222 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2004 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 2004 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Passat | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
