2011 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. Both 2011 Volkswagen Passat and 2013 Volkswagen Jetta are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 278 kg more than 2013 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
Model | Passat | Jetta |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1289 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |