2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 54 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
Model | Golf | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |