2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2012 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 6 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 996 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 614 kg more than 2012 Zenvo ST1.
Because 2012 Zenvo ST1 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 2012 Zenvo ST1. 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, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1287 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Jazz | 2012 Zenvo ST1 | |
Make | Honda | Zenvo |
Model | Jazz | ST1 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 1104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 1430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 375 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 | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2041 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1198 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3055 mm |