2012 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Cruze would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
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2012 Chevrolet Cruze | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Cruze | Jetta |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |