2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Golf | Jazz |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |