2007 Honda Jazz vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,337 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 12 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Jazz | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1337 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
