2011 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
| Model | Jetta | 325 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
