2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (189 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 556 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz. 2003 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 2003 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Jazz | 330 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1243 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 189 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 63 L |
