2005 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 166 kg more than 2012 Honda Jazz.
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, 2012 Honda Jazz (127 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Jazz |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 127 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |