2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla.

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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Toyota Corolla 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Toyota Volkswagen
Model Corolla Jetta
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 96 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4644 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1778 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1482 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2651 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L