2007 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 2 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2007 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 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, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 335 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |