2009 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 18 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Passat | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |