2005 Honda CR-V vs. 1996 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 605 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda CR-V | 1996 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CR-V | Gol |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |