2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 152 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Jazz | Lupo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2330 mm |