2010 Honda Jazz vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 413 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 2013 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Jazz | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jazz | Passat |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1245 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2803 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
