2011 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 838 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
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 (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Caddy | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Caddy | Accord |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |