2007 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jetta | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2881 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
