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Jetta Sportwagen vs Civic

Volkswagen · Honda

1/4 Mile winner
Jetta Sportwagen
Beats the Civic by 0.00s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Jetta Sportwagen beats the Civic by a hair, finishing 0.00 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Jetta Sportwagen thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
148 hp
158 hp
0–100 km/h
8.5s
8.5s
Top speed
200 km/h
200 km/h
Engine
1.4L I4 Turbo / 2.0L Diesel I4
I4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
250 Nm
400 Nm
Price
$27,000
$20,400

Simulated race times

Distance
Jetta Sportwagen
Civic
100 m
7.302s
7.302s
1/8 mile
10.797s
10.797s
1/4 mile
16.236s
16.236s
1 km
29.122s
29.122s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Civic is $20,400 vs $27,000 for the Jetta Sportwagen — a $6,600 gap. Power: Civic makes 10 hp more (148 vs 158).

FAQ

Which is faster, the Jetta Sportwagen or the Civic?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Jetta Sportwagen is faster, beating the Civic by 0.00 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Jetta Sportwagen vs the Civic?

The Jetta Sportwagen hits 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds, while the Civic does it in 8.5 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Jetta Sportwagen produces 148 hp; the Civic produces 158 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Jetta Sportwagen tops out at 200 km/h, and the Civic reaches 200 km/h.

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