2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 93 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | HR-V | Jetta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 136 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |