2003 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 606 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | X5 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |