2012 Volkswagen CC vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 89 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 Volkswagen CC (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen CC | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | CC | Golf |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4799 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1855 mm | 1782 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
