2008 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, both 2008 Honda Civic 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 193 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 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 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 | 1182 kg | 989 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
