2011 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2011 Volkswagen Jetta and 2011 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 120 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 249 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
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 (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Jetta | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Jetta | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1400 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |