2007 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1782 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
