2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 500 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz. 2002 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Jazz | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
