2009 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 93 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (151 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Golf | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Golf | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
