Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
Model | Honda Accord | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 OHC-4v 244 hp@6250 211 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,741 mm | 2,578 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,854 mm | 4,201 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,819 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,453 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,531 kg | 1,509 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 65 L | 55 L | 10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,026 mm | 998 mm | -997 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,445 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,387 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,082 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 978 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,359 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 902 mm | 33 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,017 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 396 L | 425 L | -29 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.0 | 1,303 L | 13 |
2007 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 177-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
I like the support in the "love handle" area. see full Honda Accord review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
you can control the driver seat position electrically and in 6 directions see full Honda Accord review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
electric seats, navigation touch screen, vocal commands see full Honda Accord review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of room for two adults see full Honda Accord review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
This sedan has the most comfort of any sedan I have been in. Others may have had a little more room like the camry but the accord was more comfortable. I am also 6 foot 4 and plenty of head room. see full Honda Accord review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
lots of room. after sitting for a while, you have enough room to readjust yourself because of how much room there is. see full Honda Accord review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
its comfortable for driving for a long period of time. see full Honda Accord review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
passengers are really happy with the room. the leather seating is soft. see full Honda Accord review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
I have teen and pre-teen boys, and roominess is pretty important. see full Honda Accord review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
The extra room upfront means that the back seat passengers will have adequate room see full Honda Accord review |
2007 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
The coupe has little back seat room. see full Honda Accord review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
The seats could go further back providing more leg room. see full Honda Accord review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
not enough space for knees if a person is ober 180 cm see full Honda Accord review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Backache see full Honda Accord review |
2006 | 2dr Coupe 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Roof line makes it feel cramped and with low visibility. see full Honda Accord review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Not adequate legroom unless the passenger is 5 feet tall and has small feet. see full Honda Accord review |
2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
2011 | 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |