2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 713 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 46 kg more than 2002 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2002 TVR Speed 12 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 2002 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm) has 730 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (151 Nm). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Jazz | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 57 L |
