2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 339 kg more than 2009 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, 2008 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda FR-V | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | FR-V | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |