1999 Honda Life vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 372 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Life | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Life | Jetta |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |