2007 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 47 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Touran.

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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. 2009 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Volkswagen Jetta 2009 Volkswagen Touran
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Jetta Touran
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 181 km/hour 197 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.2 seconds 10.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1271 kg 1224 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.4 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 60 L


 

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