2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2002 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 113 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 2002 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Jazz | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
