2005 Toyota Vitz 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 Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 67 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Vitz | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Vitz | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.9 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
