2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 945 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Polo | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Polo | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
