2005 Peugeot Partner vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot Partner. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Peugeot Partner. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (241 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot Partner. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot Partner | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | Partner | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
