2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 2002 TVR Speed 12 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 2002 TVR Speed 12. 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, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 738 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Jazz | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 790 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 57 L |
