2009 Volkswagen T5 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. Both 2009 Volkswagen T5 and 2008 Volkswagen Jetta are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 920 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen T5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen T5 | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | T5 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.4 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
