2010 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 2 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. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 52 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (172 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Golf | Civic |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1346 kg | 1294 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |