2005 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 183 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 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Jetta | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 129 L |
