2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 7 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru BRZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 731 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Because 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 2013 Subaru BRZ. 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, 2013 Subaru BRZ (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru BRZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Jazz | BRZ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1259 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
