2009 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
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 New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 2,475 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 523 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (232 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |