2009 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 7 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |