2010 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Audi A3.
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, 2012 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Jetta | A3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1458 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
