2007 Honda Jazz vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 330 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz. 2007 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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.
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2007 Honda Jazz | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Jazz | Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1337 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4277 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |