2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 7 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 602 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (281 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (151 Nm). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Honda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Jazz | 159 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
