2007 Honda Jazz vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 3 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 280 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 2010 Porsche Cayman 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 2010 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz. 2007 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Jazz | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Jazz | Cayman |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1337 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |