2007 Honda FR-V vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda FR-V weights approximately 228 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
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 FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda FR-V | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | FR-V | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |