2008 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0 Comfortline vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 SEL PZEV
To start off, both 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0 Comfortline and 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 SEL PZEV were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 SEL PZEV is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 SEL PZEV weights approximately 3 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0 Comfortline.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 SEL PZEV (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0 Comfortline. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 SEL PZEV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0 Comfortline. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 SEL PZEV has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0 Comfortline has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0 Comfortline will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 SEL PZEV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0 Comfortline | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 SEL PZEV | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jetta | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
