2010 Volkswagen Routan vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 1 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1049 kg more than 2009 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Routan | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Routan | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2096 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 42 L |
