2012 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Luxgen |
| Model | Jetta | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
