2005 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | CR-V | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
