2001 Subaru Forester vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 156 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
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2001 Subaru Forester | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Forester | Golf |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2578 mm |