2008 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 376 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 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 2008 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 330 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1339 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
