2011 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai ix35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai ix35 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2010 Hyundai ix35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix35 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 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | Jetta | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4557 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2640 mm |
