2012 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 216 kg more than 2010 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 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 2012 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Kia Sportage | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sportage | Golf |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1445 kg | 1229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1636 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |