2012 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 495 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Lexus |
| Model | Jetta | RX |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
