2007 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 608 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Golf | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1204 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
