1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Jazz |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 89.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |