2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Jazz | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Jazz | Caddy |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |