Volkswagen Golf vs. Acura Integra
When we compare the Volkswagen Golf's and the Acura Integra's specifications and ratings, The Acura Integra has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Volkswagen Golf and Acura Integra have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Volkswagen Golf's and the Acura Integra's specifications and ratings, the Acura Integra is a better car than the Volkswagen Golf.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Volkswagen Golf’s base engine makes 115 horsepower, and the Acura Integra base engine makes 140 horsepower. The Golf is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 392 miles. The Integra is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 364 miles.This gives the Acura Integra the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Volkswagen Golf the advantage in maximum range. The Golf uses gasoline, and the Integra uses premium unleaded, regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Volkswagen Golf and Acura Integra are comparable in regards to front head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Volkswagen Golf has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1995 - 8998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.400111
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Volkswagen Golf Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.724282 / 10
Reliability:
8.172846 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura Integra Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen Golf Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 28Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
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10 out of / 28Ranking
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21 out of / 28Ranking
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25 out of / 26Ranking
29 out of / 43Ranking
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32 out of / 43Ranking
33 out of / 43Acura Integra Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 31Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
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21 out of / 36Ranking
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24 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Volkswagen Golf Trim Levels
GL, GL TDi, GLS, GLS 1.8T, GLS TDi
Acura Integra Trim Levels
GS, GS-R, LS, Type R
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
2 years / 24000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
115 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
122 foot-lbs @ 2600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.041 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
140 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
124 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
294 / 392 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
286 / 364 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded, Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.7 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
35 inches
Rear Leg Room:
28.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
48.8 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2772 lbs
Width:
68.3 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
164.9 inches
Wheelbase:
98.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2643 lbs
Width:
67.3 inches
Height:
52.6 inches
Length:
172.4 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
195/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P195/55R15