2001 Honda Integra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Honda Integra. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 166 kg more than 2001 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Integra. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Integra | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Integra | Golf |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
