2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 163 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 2008 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Jazz | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |