2009 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 147 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Jetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1276 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |