2001 Ford EX vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford EX weights approximately 191 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 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 2008 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford EX has manual transmission. 2001 Ford EX 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:
| 2001 Ford EX | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | EX | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 989 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |
