2012 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen Jetta and 2012 Lexus GS were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GS weights approximately 321 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 2012 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus GS (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 2012 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Volkswagen Jetta | 2012 Lexus GS | |
Make | Volkswagen | Lexus |
Model | Jetta | GS |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1721 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 4826 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |