2012 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 615 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.
Because 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Volkswagen | SsangYong |
Model | Jetta | Rexton |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |