2002 Honda Acty vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Acty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Acty would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Acty (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty. 2003 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Acty has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Acty will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Acty | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Acty | Golf |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 660 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 172 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1105 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2512 mm |