2009 Honda HR-V vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 3 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 93 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 93 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V 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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2009 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda HR-V | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | HR-V | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
