2007 Subaru Outback vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 158 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
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2007 Subaru Outback | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Outback | Jetta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |