2001 Honda Z vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 413 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Z | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Z | Golf |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1373 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |