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Honda Accord (2020) vs. Volkswagen Passat (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2020 Honda Accord and 2008 Volkswagen Passat specs.

2020 Honda Accord and 2008 Volkswagen Passat Specifications

Model Year 2020 2008  
Model Honda Accord Volkswagen Passat  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
252 hp@6500
273 lb-ft@1500
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
280 hp@6200
265 lb-ft@2750
 
Transmission 10-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 111.4 in 106.7 in 4.7 in
Length 192.2 in 188.2 in 4 in
Width 73.3 in 71.7 in 1.6 in
Height 57.1 in 58.0 in -0.9 in
Curb Weight 3362 lb. 3576 lb. -214 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.8 gal. 18.5 gal. -3.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.5 in 38.4 in 1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.3 in 55.7 in 2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.3 in 0.0 in 55.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.3 in 41.4 in 0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.3 in 37.8 in -0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.5 in 54.6 in 1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.0 in 0.0 in 55 in
Legroom, Row 2 40.4 in 37.7 in 2.7 in
Total Legroom 82.7 in (over 2 rows) 79.1 in (over 2 rows) 3.6 in
Cargo Volume 16.7 ft3 14.2 ft3 2.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2020 Honda Accord

2020 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2020 0
Front seats are softly padded in a way that is uncommon in modern vehicles. Driver's seat adjustments are above average, as there is an adjustable thigh support. Passenger seats lack lumbar adjustment and thigh support extensions, but have full 8-way power including seat-bottom tilt and height adjustment.
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Some drivers complain the lumbar support is intrusive, while others complain it's too subtle. Remember to sit in a seat and get a feel for yourself, as it is very subjective.
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The driver's seat has the option of a facial recognition system that is fairly reliable if used correctly and a useful feature that is not common in other cars. Memory buttons remain on the door for those that prefer them.
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The details that count: According to the owner's manual, the facial recognition system's software is open-source and data remains in the vehicle.
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see full Honda Accord review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Volkswagen Passat

2008 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Passat provided more interior space especially in the rear than the Audi A4 see full Volkswagen Passat review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Extremely comfortable front drivers seat w/ 12 way electronic adjustment. Able to find perfect driving position. Very little fatigue even after 12 - 14 hours of driving (taking breaks for food / gas of course). Lumbar adjusts both up/down and in/out. see full Volkswagen Passat review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Lots of rear legroom and space for car seats. see full Volkswagen Passat review
2008 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Compared to other sporty wagons (BMW, Subaru) the Passat has about 3" more rear leg room - enough to put my full-size parents and/or friends in the back seat without making them do contortions. Easier to get a child in and out of a rear safety seat, too. see full Volkswagen Passat review
2008 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
This version of the Passat can easily fit 3 across seating in the rear see full Volkswagen Passat review
2008 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
More than large enough for American size bodies! see full Volkswagen Passat review
2007 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Well bolstered seat, best seat heaters I ever had (have had Land Rovers and own a SAAB). see full Volkswagen Passat review
2007 4dr Wagon 280-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
larger than chief competitors (BMW 3 series, Audi A4) see full Volkswagen Passat review
2008 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed manual FWD
very restrictive space see full Volkswagen Passat review
2007 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
No thigh support, not as comfortable as my 2000 Passat see full Volkswagen Passat review
 
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