2007 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2789 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |