2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 198 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will offer significantly more control. 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 (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
