2012 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 6 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (164 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 46 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Jetta | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Volkswagen | Suzuki |
Model | Jetta | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 3865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |