2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2009 Honda FR-V (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. 2002 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2009 Honda FR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda FR-V | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | FR-V | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2512 mm |