2009 BMW 328 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2009 BMW 328 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2009 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 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, 2009 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 328 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 328 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |