2009 Honda Fit vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fit | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1782 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |