2011 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 114 kg more than 2010 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Jetta | Civic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
