2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 500 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, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (205 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Jazz | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
