2006 Volkswagen Transporter vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Transporter would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Transporter | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.4 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
