2009 Dacia Sandero vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2009 Dacia Sandero 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Sandero.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Jetta (177 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Sandero | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Dacia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sandero | Jetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |