2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 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 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 1 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | HR-V | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1598 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
