2009 Honda Insight vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 91 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Insight | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Insight | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |