2010 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 87 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Golf | GTI |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1401 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 4.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |