2005 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 274 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (165 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Jetta | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
