2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2003 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 578 kg more than 2006 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2003 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2003 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz. 2003 Nissan Terrano II 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. 2003 Nissan Terrano II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Jazz | 2003 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Jazz | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |