2007 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 Proton Impian
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Proton Impian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Proton Impian would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Proton Impian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Proton Impian. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Impian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Impian weights approximately 155 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 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 2005 Proton Impian | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Jazz | Impian |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
