DETAILED CAR COMPARISON

2012 Volkswagen Golf vs 2012 Volvo S40 Comparison

Compare technical specifications, scores and everyday-use differences side by side.

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WINNER

Volkswagen Golf

Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 0.75 points.

54.25–53.5
SPECIFICATION GROUPS

Every difference between the two cars

Basic Specifications

VolkswagenMakeVolvo
GolfModelS40
2012Model year2012
HatchbackBody typeSedan
5Seats5
3/5Doors4

Performance

11,3 s0–100 km/h11,9 s
188 km/hTop speed0 km/h
1595 ccEngine displacement1596 cc
102 HPPower100 HP
148 NmTorque150 Nm
4Cylinders4

Fuel & Consumption

PetrolFuel typePetrol
55 ltFuel tank55 lt
9,7 ltUrban consumption9,2 lt
5,6 ltExtra-urban consumption5,8 lt
7,1 ltAverage consumption7,1 lt

Transmission & Chassis

Front-wheel driveDrivetrainFront-wheel drive
5Gears6
195/65 R15; 205/55 R16Tyre size—
YesABSYes

Dimensions

4199 mmLength4476 mm
1779 mmWidth1770 mm
1479 mmHeight1454 mm
1232 KgWeight1311 Kg
2578 mmWheelbase2640 mm

E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note

2012 Volkswagen Golf and 2012 Volvo S40 approach the same decision from different angles. We compare the exact versions so changes in engine, transmission, dimensions and equipment are not hidden behind the model names.

Overall, Volkswagen Golf leads the E-Kıyasla score by 0.75 points. The score provides a consistent summary, while the best choice can still change with priorities such as urban efficiency, luggage space, performance or equipment.

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