2005 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 Mitsubishi Grandis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 385 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
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2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Grandis | Jetta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1967 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |