2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 117 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Corolla (190 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Corolla | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
