2001 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 127 kg more than 2001 BMW X5.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X5 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |