1996 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 82 kg more than 2006 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, 1996 Ford Escort (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 42 L |
