2010 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Jetta | Civic |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4557 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
