2007 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. Both 2007 Volkswagen Golf and 2005 Volkswagen Jetta are equipped with a 1,894 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 51 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (172 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Golf | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
