2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (263 HP) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 345 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Jazz | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Jazz | 3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1243 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 263 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 984 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |