2007 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 228 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.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |