2012 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 200 kg more than 2010 Fiat Siena.
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 Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Siena. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Golf | Siena |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1400 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
