2012 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2007 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Logan would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Renault Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 Renault Logan. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | 2007 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Jetta | Logan |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
