2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 301 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.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (285 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (151 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Jazz | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Jazz | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
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 | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 285 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |