2011 Ford Fusion vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fusion weights approximately 124 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2011 Ford Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Fusion | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Fusion | Jetta |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 337 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |