2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-Z is newer by 8 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-Z (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 10 kg more than 2013 Honda CR-Z.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Honda CR-Z (174 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2013 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Golf | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2435 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
