2010 Honda Accord Crosstour vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 642 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Accord Crosstour | Golf |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2512 mm |
