2009 Volkswagen T5 vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen T5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen T5 would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Because 2009 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen T5 | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | T5 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
