2011 Honda Jazz vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 973 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Polo (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Jazz | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Jazz | Polo |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |