Beetle vs Accord
Volkswagen · Honda
1/4 Mile winner
Beetle
Beats the Accord by 0.10s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Beetle beats the Accord comfortably, finishing 0.10 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Beetle thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
158 hp
192 hp
0–100 km/h
7s
7.1s
Top speed
205 km/h
201 km/h
Engine
2.0L Turbo I4
I4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
240 Nm
370 Nm
Price
$20,000
$29,400
Simulated race times
Distance
Beetle
Accord
100 m
6.708s
6.740s
1/8 mile
9.950s
10.005s
1/4 mile
15.036s
15.139s
1 km
27.250s
27.510s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Beetle is $20,000 vs $29,400 for the Accord — a $9,400 gap. Power: Accord makes 34 hp more (158 vs 192).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Beetle or the Accord?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Beetle is faster, beating the Accord by 0.10 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Beetle vs the Accord?
The Beetle hits 100 km/h in 7 seconds, while the Accord does it in 7.1 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Beetle produces 158 hp; the Accord produces 192 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Beetle tops out at 205 km/h, and the Accord reaches 201 km/h.
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