2002 Buick Century vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Century weights approximately 473 kg more than 2009 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, 2002 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Century | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Century | Jazz |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |