2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 8 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Coupe weights approximately 192 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (260 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (151 Nm). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Jazz | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
