2009 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 131 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.

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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Volkswagen Jetta 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Jetta Jetta
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1966 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1247 kg 1378 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption 5.7 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 7.8 L/100km 10.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.9 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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