2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1998 Lotus Emme
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Emme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Emme would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus Emme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Emme (260 HP) has 178 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (82 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Emme should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Lotus Emme.
Because 1998 Lotus Emme 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 1998 Lotus Emme. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1998 Lotus Emme (354 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus Emme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Jazz | 1998 Lotus Emme | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Jazz | Emme |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 260 HP |
Torque | 119 Nm | 354 Nm |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |