2003 BMW X5 vs. 1985 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1985 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 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, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1985 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |
