2009 Fiat Sedici vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Sedici. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Sedici would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Sedici (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 49 kg more than 2009 Fiat Sedici.
Because 2009 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici 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 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Sedici | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sedici | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
