2007 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2011 Lexus RX
To start off, 2011 Lexus RX is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus RX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2011 Lexus RX (348 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. 2011 Lexus RX 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. 2011 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | 2011 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lexus |
| Model | Jetta | RX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
