2007 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2007 Volkswagen Jetta and 2007 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Jetta | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Jetta | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |