1999 Honda Today vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 690 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Today | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Today | Jetta |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1778 mm |