2007 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Mazda 2
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 2 weights approximately 75 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Jazz | 2006 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Jazz | 2 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |