2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 299 kg more than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will offer significantly more control. 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 Jetta (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Jetta | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jazz | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
