2004 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (395 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 976 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X5 (610 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (235 Nm). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Jetta | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
