1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dardo | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
