1999 Volkswagen Gol vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 605 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. 2005 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Gol has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Gol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Gol | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Gol | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
