2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 232 kg more than 2006 Honda Jazz. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Jazz 2008 Volkswagen Bora
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model Jazz Bora
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1339 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 82 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 119 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 170 km/hour 200 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12 seconds 10.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1048 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 3840 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 5.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 55 L


 

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