2012 Honda Insight vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 154 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. 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 Jetta (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Honda Insight | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Insight | Jetta |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4376 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |