2009 Volvo C70 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo C70 | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | C70 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1778 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
