Compacts are some of the most popular choices on the market. Because of this, there are many different models to choose from, often making it difficult to find the right one for you. This year, two contenders for best compact are the 2016 Dodge Dart and the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta.
Both cars have their strong points, and it's easy to see why they've cornered the compact market, but there has to be a clear winner between the two. At Freehold Dodge, which serves Freehold, Farmingdale, and Monroe Township, we've compared the 2016 Dodge Dart to the Volkswagen Jetta to see which comes out on top.
Interior Space
When you think of compacts, you usually don't think of space. They're compacts after all. However, the 2016 Dodge Dart offers a surprising amount of interior space, so much so that it feels like you're riding in a midsize instead of a compact.
While the Volkswagen Jetta isn't cramped by any means, it can't match the sheer level of comfort offered by the roominess of the Dodge Dart.
If you want a car where all of your passengers can ride in style, then the 2016 Dodge Dart is your best bet.
2016 Dodge Dart and VW Jetta Safety
Safety features are an important part of purchasing any car, and both the 2016 Dodge Dart and the Volkswagen Jetta are committed to the safety of their drivers and passengers. Each car comes with Electronic Stability Control and anti-lock brakes to help to keep users in control of their vehicles.
The big difference, however, comes in the form of airbags. Where the Volkswagen Jetta comes standard with six airbags, the 2016 Dodge Dart provides 10, proving its overall dedication to safety.
While these cars are relatively close when it comes to safety features, the Dart edges ahead again.
Performance
Power isn't normally associated with compacts, but the 2016 Dodge Dart and the Volkswagen Jetta are changing these notions. Both cars offer impressive engine options as far as compacts go, but it's the Dart that comes out on top for the third time. The base engine on each of these cars has a turbocharged 1.4 liters available, but the Dart is able to produce 160 horsepower vs. the VW Jetta's 150 horsepower. Â
When you upgrade the engine, the disparity grows even larger, with the VW Jetta only producing 170 horsepower, which is easily outstripped by the Dart's 184 horsepower. For a compact with power, there's no better choice than the 2016 Dodge Dart.
The Winner
In the battle for which car is 2016's best compact, the 2016 Dodge Dart proves itself in every category. Whether it's comfort, safety, or performance, the Volkswagen Jetta simply can't match the offerings of the Dart.
If you're interested in learning more about the 2016 Dodge Dart, come in to Freehold Dodge today to schedule a test drive. Serving the communities of Farmington, Monroe Township, and Freehold, we're dedicated to providing the best dealer services in the area.
