2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jazz | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
