2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1998 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 88 kg more than 1998 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2005 Honda Jazz (151 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Jazz | 1998 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Jazz | Sentra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 118 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |