2010 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 26 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Golf | Civic |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 174 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1346 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4201 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |