2012 Lexus CT 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 Lexus CT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Lexus CT would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus CT weights approximately 26 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus CT | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
| Model | CT | Golf |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1401 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4321 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
