2011 Volkswagen Routan vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 552 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Routan | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Routan | Accord |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2084 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |
