2003 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Insight weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2010 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Honda Insight | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Golf | Insight |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |