2012 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 47 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic.
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 Golf (250 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Honda Civic | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Golf |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 193 Nm | 250 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4276 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1785 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |