2010 Volkswagen GTI vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. Both 2010 Volkswagen GTI and 2013 Volkswagen Jetta are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 58 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen GTI.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen GTI.
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2010 Volkswagen GTI | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | GTI | Jetta |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4211 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |