2007 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. Both 2007 Volkswagen Touran and 2005 Volkswagen Jetta are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 178 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Touran | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Touran | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
