2007 Volkswagen Transporter vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, both 2007 Volkswagen Transporter and 2007 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2007 Volkswagen Transporter and 2007 Volkswagen Jetta are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 923 kg more 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, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Volkswagen Transporter 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Transporter Jetta
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 142 km/hour 182 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 19.1 seconds 11.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2270 kg 1347 kg
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 2000 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3410 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.6 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 55 L


 

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