2002 Honda That vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda That. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda That would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2002 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 589 kg more than 2002 Honda That. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (235 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda That. (61 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda That | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | That | Jetta |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 235 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |