2008 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Honda Jazz

To start off, both 2008 BMW 335 and 2008 Honda Jazz were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 797 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 2008 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 335 2008 Honda Jazz
Make BMW Honda
Model 335 Jazz
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 1496 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 143 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 209 km/hour 175 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1810 kg 1013 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 42 L


 

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