2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Tacuma would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 196 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Daewoo | Volkswagen |
Model | Tacuma | Jetta |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |