2009 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 296 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |