2005 Honda HR-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 HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 155 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 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | HR-V | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |