2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Honda FR-V. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 32 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 Jetta (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda FR-V | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | FR-V | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |