2001 Honda Fit vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 282 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fit | Jetta |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |