2004 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-Z is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 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, 2011 Honda CR-Z (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Golf | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2436 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
