2003 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 10 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 43 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit.
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 (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Honda Fit | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Golf | Fit |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |