2001 Toyota Yaris vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (66 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 635 kg more than 2001 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Toyota Yaris | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Yaris | Jetta |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |