Why are Honda's torque so poor?

Why are Honda's torque so poor?

They focus on high rpm to produce more power. You can't have good torque with this design from a small gas/petrol engine. If you want torque and power buy a European diesel. VW diesels have plenty of power and torque.

They're not designed to be a race car. DUH.

More torque burns more gas.

Honda is a motorcycle manufacturer and they do favour engine designs that like to rev, often at the expense of low down grunt, however they aren't exactly gutless. Don't drive them like diesels (unless yours is a diesel). Let them stretch their legs.