2007 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 5 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (318 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 775 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 2012 BMW 640 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 2012 BMW 640. 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, 2012 BMW 640 (450 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Jazz | 2012 BMW 640 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Jazz | 640 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1337 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5007 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |