2001 Mazda Sport Wagon vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (183 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sport Wagon | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1453 mm |
