2009 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 967 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Jetta | 116 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
