1996 Honda CR-V vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 106 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CR-V | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | CR-V | Golf |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2578 mm |
