2012 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 702 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.
Because 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 will offer significantly more control. 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 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 2013 Chrysler 300 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. 2013 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chrysler |
| Model | Golf | 300 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1346 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
