2012 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze 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 1,984 cc, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 7 kg more than 2010 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 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cruze | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1797 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1404 mm |
