2007 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 264 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z. 2005 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Golf | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Golf | Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
