2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Vauxhall Sintra would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Vauxhall Sintra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra weights approximately 680 kg more than 2007 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, 1997 Vauxhall Sintra (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Vauxhall Sintra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 1997 Vauxhall Sintra | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Jazz | Sintra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1337 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 76 L |
