2007 Ford Freestyle vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2007 Ford Freestyle and 2007 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Freestyle (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Freestyle. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Freestyle | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Freestyle | Jetta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |