2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Spark 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 213 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. 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 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. 2008 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Spark has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Spark 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 Chevrolet Spark | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Spark | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1339 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.6 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 776 kg | 989 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
