2007 Honda Jazz vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 506 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 Nissan 370Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan 370Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Jazz | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Jazz | 370Z |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |