2009 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 711 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
