2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP) has 168 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 506 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 2005 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Tacoma | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 42 L |
