2011 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan

To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Routan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Routan would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 476 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.

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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Volkswagen Jetta 2010 Volkswagen Routan
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Jetta Routan
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1966 kg
Vehicle Length 4557 mm 5144 mm
Vehicle Width 1781 mm 1953 mm
Vehicle Height 1504 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2578 mm 3078 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.6 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 78 L


 

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