2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 722 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Jazz | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Jazz | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |