1999 Honda HR-V vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 211 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda HR-V | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | HR-V | Jetta |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |