2007 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2007 Honda Jazz
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Optra and 2007 Honda Jazz were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (108 HP) has 0 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 162 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Optra (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz. 2007 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Optra has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Optra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Optra | 2007 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Optra | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
