2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (146 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat 500 | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 146 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |