DETAILED CAR COMPARISON

2012 Volvo S40 vs 2013 Volkswagen Golf Comparison

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

VS
WINNER

Volkswagen Golf

Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 0.75 points.

53.5–54.25
SPECIFICATION GROUPS

Every difference between the two cars

Basic Specifications

VolvoMakeVolkswagen
S40ModelGolf
2012Model year2013
SedanBody typeHatchback
5Seats5
4Doors3/5

Performance

11,9 s0–100 km/h11,3 s
0 km/hTop speed188 km/h
1596 ccEngine displacement1595 cc
100 HPPower102 HP
150 NmTorque148 Nm
4Cylinders4

Fuel & Consumption

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

Transmission & Chassis

Front-wheel driveDrivetrainFront-wheel drive
6Gears5
—Tyre size195/65 R15; 205/55 R16
YesABSYes

Dimensions

4476 mmLength4199 mm
1770 mmWidth1779 mm
1454 mmHeight1479 mm
1311 KgWeight1232 Kg
2640 mmWheelbase2578 mm

E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note

2012 Volvo S40 and 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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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