2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum (110 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 860 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum.
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, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Jazz | 2001 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Jazz | Quantum |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |