2011 Subaru Forester vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 210 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.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester. 2011 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Forester | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Forester | Golf |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4559 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2616 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
