2009 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |