2005 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Vivant would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 213 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 Golf (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Vivant | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vivant | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1521 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
