2003 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-Z is newer by 8 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 94 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-Z.
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 (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Golf | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
