2010 Volkswagen Scirocco vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,968 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.

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 Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Scirocco Scirocco
Year Released 2010 2012
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1390 cc
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 1298 kg
Vehicle Length 4256 mm 4256 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1404 mm 1404 mm


 

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