2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 3 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
Because 2009 BMW 330 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 2009 BMW 330. 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, 2009 BMW 330 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz. 2009 BMW 330 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. 2009 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Jazz | 330 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6650 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 63 L |
