2005 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 116 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 GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (192 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen GTI 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 GTI | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | GTI |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4211 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |