2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 249 kg more than 2007 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jazz | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1337 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
