2012 Volkswagen Golf 1.2 TSI Cabriolet vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf 1.2 TSI Estate

To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen Golf 1.2 TSI Cabriolet and 2012 Volkswagen Golf 1.2 TSI Estate were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2012 Volkswagen Golf 1.2 TSI Cabriolet and 2012 Volkswagen Golf 1.2 TSI Estate are equipped with a 1,200 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 84 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf 1.2 TSI Cabriolet weights approximately 48 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf 1.2 TSI Estate.

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, both vehicles can yield 160 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Volkswagen Golf 1.2 TSI Cabriolet 2012 Volkswagen Golf 1.2 TSI Estate
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Golf Golf
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1200 cc 1200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 84 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type 6-speed manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1416 kg 1368 kg
Vehicle Length 4246 mm 4534 mm
Vehicle Width 1782 mm 1786 mm
Vehicle Height 1423 mm 1504 mm
Wheelbase Size 2578 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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