2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius weights approximately 386 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 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Jazz | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Jazz | Prius |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |