2005 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 407 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Jetta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |