2004 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 248 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Golf | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 280 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |