2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (280 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (151 Nm). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz. 2012 Audi Q3 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. 2012 Audi Q3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Jazz | Q3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
