2010 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1254 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Ford Expedition 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 2010 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. 2010 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Ford Expedition 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Expedition Jetta
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5400 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 494 Nm 169 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2526 kg 1272 kg
Vehicle Length 5245 mm 4644 mm
Vehicle Width 2002 mm 1778 mm
Vehicle Height 1961 mm 1482 mm
Wheelbase Size 3023 mm 2651 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 55 L


 

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