2004 Honda HR-V vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Honda HR-V is newer by 1 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 428 kg more than 2004 Honda HR-V. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda HR-V | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | HR-V | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 62 L |