2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 141 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Golf | Jazz |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 77 HP |
Torque | 126 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 13.4 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 | 1189 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |