2001 Toyota Soarer 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 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 330 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 2001 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Soarer | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Soarer | Jetta |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2651 mm |