2010 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. Both 2010 Volkswagen Golf and 2011 Volkswagen Golf are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 170 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

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2010 Volkswagen Golf 2011 Volkswagen Golf
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Golf Golf
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1346 kg 1346 kg
Vehicle Length 4201 mm 4201 mm
Vehicle Width 1786 mm 1786 mm
Vehicle Height 1481 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2578 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.8 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.7 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L