2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 39 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Golf | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1201 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |