2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 161 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | HR-V | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
