2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 654 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CR-V | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |