2002 Honda Acty vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Acty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Acty would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Honda Acty. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Acty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 555 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (321 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Acty | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Acty | Jetta |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 660 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 321 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1395 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |