2007 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 301 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
