2005 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 38 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 2009 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Volkswagen Polo | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Polo | Jazz |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |