2001 BMW M vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
Because 2001 BMW M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 BMW M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | M | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
