2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 59 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 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Jazz |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1338 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 42 L |