2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1368 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Express (400 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Golf | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |
