2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 217 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Jazz | Lupo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 34 L |