2012 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 606 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, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 2013 Mazda CX-09 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 Mazda CX-09 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | Golf | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1400 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4246 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1782 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1423 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
