2009 BMW 135 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2009 BMW 135 and 2009 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 135 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 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 135 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |