2007 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 193 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
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 (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. 2007 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Citi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Jazz | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Jazz | Citi |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 49 L |