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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 307 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Jazz |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1013 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 42 L |