2005 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Pride Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Pride Wagon | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pride Wagon | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
