2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2005 Honda Jazz and 2005 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 46 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.
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 Civic (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Jazz | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Jazz | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1096 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |