2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2007 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2007 Opel Speedster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 985 kg more than 2007 Opel Speedster.
Because 2007 Opel Speedster 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 2007 Opel Speedster. 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, 2007 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Jazz | 2007 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Jazz | Speedster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 36 L |