2005 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 411 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (235 Nm). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 BMW X3 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Jetta | X3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 305 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4569 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1676 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |