2012 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-Z 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-Z (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 67 kg more than 2013 Honda CR-Z.
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 (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda CR-Z. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Honda CR-Z | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Golf | CR-Z |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 4079 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2435 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |