2005 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 101 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 230 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 4.6 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |