2001 Acura Integra vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura Integra (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura Integra weights approximately 166 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | Integra | GTD |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
