2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2008 Honda Jazz

To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 677 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Ferrari 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 2008 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ferrari 550 2008 Honda Jazz
Make Ferrari Honda
Model 550 Jazz
Year Released 2000 2008
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5473 cc 1496 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 485 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 597 Nm 143 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87.9 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.9 mm 89.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 10.8:1
Top Speed 321 km/hour 175 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1013 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2460 mm


 

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