2009 Honda Fit vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 87 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fit | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |