2005 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 7 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 544 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 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Jetta | X3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 560 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |