2009 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 3 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, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 678 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Caddy. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
