2009 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan X-Trail | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | X-Trail | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
