2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
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 Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 368 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1560 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 Touareg 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 Touareg 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 Touareg (600 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Jazz | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Jazz | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1243 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 444 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |