2010 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 405 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 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Jetta | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Jetta | Highlander |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4557 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |