2007 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 62 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |