2013 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, both 2013 Volkswagen Jetta and 2013 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 69 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.

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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2013 Volkswagen Jetta 2013 Volkswagen Passat
Make Volkswagen Volkswagen
Model Jetta Passat
Year Released 2013 2013
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1400 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type 7-speed automatic 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 1436 kg
Vehicle Length 4628 mm 4868 mm
Vehicle Width 1778 mm 1835 mm
Vehicle Height 1453 mm 1487 mm
Wheelbase Size 2651 mm 2803 mm
Fuel Consumption 4.2 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 4.5 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 70 L


 

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