2007 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 189 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CR-V | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1373 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |