2008 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 87 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1441 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |