2002 Honda That vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 10 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 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 103 more horse power than 2002 Honda That. (67 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 560 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.
Because 2002 Honda That 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, 2002 Honda That 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda That. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda That. 2002 Honda That has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda That | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | That | Jetta |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 750 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |