2011 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 15 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Touran | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Touran | Golf |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1400 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1550 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1516 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1782 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.6 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |