2010 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 83 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Jetta | Accord |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4557 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
