2012 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 119 kg more than 2012 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, 2011 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 2011 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Golf | Accord |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1400 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1394 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4534 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |