2010 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Jetta | 325 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4557 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
