2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1998 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 414 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-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 HR-V (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 1998 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | HR-V | Gol |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |