2009 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 846 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg (360 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Volkswagen Touareg 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Touareg Jetta
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3597 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 2650 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 240 Nm
Engine Bore Size 89.1 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96.4 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2250 kg 1404 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 55 L


 

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