2005 Honda FR-V vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2005 Honda FR-V and 2005 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2005 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 2005 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda FR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda FR-V | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | FR-V | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |