2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 266 kg more than 2008 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Jazz | Polo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1338 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 9.3 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 | 1048 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |