2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (108 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 994 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. 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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Jazz | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Jazz | Gol |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 92.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |