2005 Honda CR-V vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | CR-V | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1325 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
