2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 141 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 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Jazz | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1243 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
