Which is faster, Golf or Civic?
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The Civic accelerates faster. Here are the main differences between the Golf and Civic: 1. Basic information: The Civic is a compact hatchback under Honda, with the latest top model being the 2021 QING KONG; the Golf is a compact hatchback under Volkswagen, with the latest top model being the 2021 version. In terms of price, the official price of the Civic's top model is higher than that of the Golf's top model. 2. Body data: The latest top model of the Civic has a body length, width, and height of 4517(mm) x 1799(mm) x 1434(mm), with a wheelbase of 2700(mm); the latest top model of the Golf has a body length, width, and height of 4296(mm) x 1788(mm) x 1471(mm), with a wheelbase of 2631(mm). Overall, the Civic's top model is longer than the Golf's top model, and the Civic's top model also has a longer wheelbase than the Golf's top model. 3. Power: The Civic is equipped with a 1.5T turbocharged engine, with a maximum horsepower of 177Ps, maximum power of 130kW, maximum torque of 220N·m, matched with a CVT continuously variable transmission; the Golf is equipped with a 1.4T turbocharged engine, with a maximum horsepower of 150Ps, maximum power of 110kW, maximum torque of 250N·m, matched with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. In terms of power output, the Civic's top model is more powerful than the Golf's top model.
As a frequent track enthusiast, I have to say it depends on the specific models. The base versions are indeed quite similar, but comparing the GTI with the Civic Si is where things get interesting. The stock Mk7.5 GTI does 0-100km/h in 7.1 seconds, but with a Stage 1 tune it can join the 5-second club - the EA888 engine's tuning potential is truly appealing. However, the 10th-gen Civic's 1.5T isn't weak either at 7.8 seconds stock, and that VTEC howl gives you goosebumps. What's fascinating is that on track, the Golf's German planted feel makes it more stable, while the Civic offers more direct steering feedback during cornering. The latest Mk8 Golf breaking hearts by ditching the manual transmission ironically makes the Civic's manual version more precious.
