2005 Lincoln Aviator vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Aviator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Aviator would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (302 HP) has 132 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 790 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Aviator | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Lincoln | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aviator | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
