2001 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (125 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
Model | Golf | Cruze |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |