2008 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, both 2008 Volkswagen Jetta and 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 148 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.

Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will offer significantly more control. 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 (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Volkswagen Jetta 2008 Volkswagen Touran
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Jetta Touran
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2480 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 0 HP
Torque 240 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1498 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 60 L