2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 433 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Five Hundred | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
