2011 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,000 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1869 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 289 kg more than 2012 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sharan | Golf |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 1973 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1904 mm | 1782 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2919 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
