2008 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 116. 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Jetta | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Jetta | 116 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |