2012 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 81 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 243 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jetta | Polo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
