2009 BMW 120 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 120 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
