2010 Honda Jazz vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1178 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 2010 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Honda Jazz | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Jazz | Passat |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |