2009 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 389 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC60 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Volkswagen Jetta | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Jetta | XC60 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2774 mm |