2009 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 111 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Accord | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |