2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Alpina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Alpina would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 360 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 511 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 2007 BMW Alpina 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. 2007 BMW Alpina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | Alpina | Jetta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 140 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |