2008 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 53 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 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 Volkswagen Touran (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord. 2013 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touran | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Touran | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
