2007 Acura CSX vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura CSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura CSX would be higher. Both 2007 Acura CSX and 2013 Volkswagen Jetta are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 91 kg more than 2007 Acura CSX.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura CSX. 2007 Acura CSX has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura CSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura CSX | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Acura | Volkswagen |
| Model | CSX | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1343 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1752 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
