2012 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen Jetta and 2012 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V.
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 Honda CR-V (350 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2012 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 2012 Honda CR-V 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. 2012 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Jetta | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
