2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2004 MG XPower
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MG XPower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MG XPower would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 450 kg more than 2004 MG XPower.
Because 2004 MG XPower 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 2004 MG XPower. 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, 2004 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 2004 MG XPower | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Jazz | XPower |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
