2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-Z is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 63 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-Z.
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, 2012 Honda CR-Z (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Golf | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1213 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2436 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
