2012 Volkswagen GTD vs. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen GTD and 2012 Chevrolet Sonic were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
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 GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen GTD has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen GTD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Volkswagen GTD | 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | |
Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
Model | GTD | Sonic |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4213 mm | 4039 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |