2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2000 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Westfield ZEI.
Because 2000 Westfield ZEI is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2000 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Honda | Westfield |
| Model | Jazz | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
