2009 Honda HR-V vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 147 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V 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, 2009 Honda HR-V (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (125 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda HR-V | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | HR-V | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
