2009 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 192 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1901 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |