2003 Honda Logo vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Honda Logo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 220 kg more than 2003 Honda Logo. 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Logo. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Logo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Logo | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Logo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
