2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 53 kg more than 2009 Honda FR-V. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda FR-V | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | FR-V | Jetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |