2007 Honda Jazz vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 2 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 995 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.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Jazz | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
