2006 Ford Territory vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,982 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
Because 2006 Ford Territory is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory 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, 2006 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 2006 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Territory | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
