2005 Honda Insight vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 444 kg more than 2005 Honda Insight. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda Insight 2008 Volkswagen Golf
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model Insight Golf
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 995 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 123 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 1284 kg
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2520 mm


 

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