2009 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 183 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. 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, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen GTI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2010 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | GTI |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
