2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 518 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (160 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (151 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Jazz | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Jazz | Touran |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
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 | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 160 Nm |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |