2012 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 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 78 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 23 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Golf |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 9.5 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1290 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 | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
