2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1999 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 228 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Fusca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Jazz (151 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1999 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jazz | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
