2004 Honda Fit vs. 2006 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Fox weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 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, 2006 Volkswagen Fox (155 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Fit | 2006 Volkswagen Fox | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fit | Fox |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |