1999 Honda Life vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,245 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 258 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Jazz (110 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Life | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Life | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
