2006 BMW 120 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2006 BMW 120 and 2006 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2006 BMW 120 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 2006 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 120 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 120 | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 120 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |