2006 Ford S-Max vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2006 Ford S-Max 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford S-Max (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford S-Max weights approximately 519 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford S-Max has manual transmission. 2006 Ford S-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford S-Max | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | S-Max | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
