2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2003 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 3 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 750 kg more than 2003 Mazda 3.
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, 2003 Mazda 3 (195 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Jazz | 2003 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Jazz | 3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |