2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 212 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda HR-V | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | HR-V | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2512 mm |