2012 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 96 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, 2011 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Golf | Altima |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4246 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1782 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1423 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |