2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 803 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silverado | Golf |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2311 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
