2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 805 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 2006 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Honda CR-V | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CR-V | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |