2010 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
To start off, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is newer by 3 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. Both 2010 Volkswagen Jetta and 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 64 kg more than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek.
Because 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Volkswagen Jetta | 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek | |
Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
Model | Jetta | XV Crosstrek |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4557 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2635 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |