2007 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 335 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
