2008 Renault Trafic vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Trafic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Trafic would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Trafic.
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, 2008 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (177 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Trafic | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Trafic | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2240 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |