Jetta vs Passat
Volkswagen · Volkswagen
1/4 Mile winner
Jetta
Beats the Passat by 0.08s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Jetta beats the Passat by a hair, finishing 0.08 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Jetta thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
189 hp
215 hp
0–100 km/h
7.7s
7.8s
Top speed
210 km/h
210 km/h
Engine
1.5L Turbo I4
2.0L Turbo I4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
250 Nm
250 Nm
Price
$21,995
$25,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Jetta
Passat
100 m
7.016s
7.057s
1/8 mile
10.368s
10.426s
1/4 mile
15.582s
15.661s
1 km
27.908s
28.024s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Jetta is $21,995 vs $25,000 for the Passat — a $3,005 gap. Power: Passat makes 26 hp more (189 vs 215).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Jetta or the Passat?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Jetta is faster, beating the Passat by 0.08 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Jetta vs the Passat?
The Jetta hits 100 km/h in 7.7 seconds, while the Passat does it in 7.8 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Jetta produces 189 hp; the Passat produces 215 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Jetta tops out at 210 km/h, and the Passat reaches 210 km/h.
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