2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 27 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | HR-V | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |