2009 Honda Jazz 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 Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz.
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 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Jazz | Jetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |