2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (197 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 390 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Civic (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Jazz | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Jazz | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |