2012 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2012 Hyundai Veracruz and 2012 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 567 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 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai Veracruz | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Veracruz | Golf |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1946 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1806 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2804 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
