2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (414 HP) has 337 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 423 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 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Jazz | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Jazz | 996 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 414 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |