2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 504 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2005 Donkervoort D8 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 2005 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz. 2012 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2005 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2005 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Donkervoort | Honda |
Model | D8 | Jazz |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |