Honda Accord (2016) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) Specs

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2016 Honda Accord and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year	2016	2012
Model	Honda Accord	Volkswagen Golf / GTI
Engine	3.5L V6 OHC-4v 278 hp@6200 252 lb-ft@4900	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400
Transmission	6-speed automatic	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	FWD	AWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	109.3 in	101.5 in	7.8 in
Length	192.5 in	165.4 in	27.1 in
Width	72.8 in	70.3 in	2.5 in
Height	57.7 in	58.3 in	-0.6 in
Curb Weight	3543 lb.	3326 lb.	217 lb.
Fuel Capacity	17.2 gal.	14.5 gal.	2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.1 in	39.3 in	-0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	58.6 in	54.7 in	3.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.6 in	0.0 in	55.6 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.5 in	41.2 in	1.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.5 in	38.5 in	-1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.5 in	52.8 in	3.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2	54.7 in	0.0 in	54.7 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.5 in	35.5 in	3 in
Total Legroom	81 in (over 2 rows)	76.7 in (over 2 rows)	4.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.8 ft³	15.0 ft³	0.8 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	15.8 ft³	46.0 ft³	-30.2 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Honda Accord

2016 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2016	4dr Sedan 278-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD	There is not quite enough adjustment in the front seat for me. I feel there is an un-natural curve in the front seat that I can't remove with the lumbar support. I sit on a folded towel to get the curve of the seat in the right place for my back. I'm 5'11" if that puts it into perspective for you. The steering wheel should telescope out more for optimal arm position and the orientation of the HUGE speedometer makes it get chopped in half by the steering wheel. No digital speedo readout on this model. Note that the touring gauges are a little different than the standard V6. see full Honda Accord review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

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

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