Jetta vs K4 GT-Line Turbo
Volkswagen · Kia
1/4 Mile winner
K4 GT-Line Turbo
Beats the Jetta by 0.24s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the K4 GT-Line Turbo beats the Jetta comfortably, finishing 0.24 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the K4 GT-Line Turbo thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
189 hp
190 hp
0–100 km/h
7.7s
7.4s
Top speed
210 km/h
210 km/h
Engine
1.5L Turbo I4
I4 Turbo
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
250 Nm
269 Nm
Price
$21,995
$29,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Jetta
K4 GT-Line Turbo
100 m
7.016s
6.891s
1/8 mile
10.368s
10.194s
1/4 mile
15.582s
15.340s
1 km
27.908s
27.557s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Jetta is $21,995 vs $29,000 for the K4 GT-Line Turbo — a $7,005 gap. 0–100 km/h: K4 GT-Line Turbo is 0.30s quicker (7.7s vs 7.4s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Jetta or the K4 GT-Line Turbo?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the K4 GT-Line Turbo is faster, beating the Jetta by 0.24 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Jetta vs the K4 GT-Line Turbo?
The Jetta hits 100 km/h in 7.7 seconds, while the K4 GT-Line Turbo does it in 7.4 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Jetta produces 189 hp; the K4 GT-Line Turbo produces 190 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Jetta tops out at 210 km/h, and the K4 GT-Line Turbo reaches 210 km/h.
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