2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1998 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 182 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz. 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, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle (202 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (151 Nm). This means 1998 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1998 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jazz | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
