2004 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 72 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (160 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 160 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |