2009 Honda Fit vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 249 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (202 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fit | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |