2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
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 Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 151 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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Jazz | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |