2012 Volkswagen GTD vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 7 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 236 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTD.

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 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen GTD has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen GTD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Volkswagen GTD 2005 Honda Accord
Make Volkswagen Honda
Model GTD Accord
Year Released 2012 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2000 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 347 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 222 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.1 seconds 10.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type 6-speed manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1409 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 4213 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1786 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1501 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2578 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.1 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 65 L


 

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