2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 2,460 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jazz | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
