2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 77 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 52 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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 Jazz (151 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Jazz | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
