2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 Honda Lagreat
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Lagreat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Lagreat would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 972 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, 2005 Honda Lagreat (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Lagreat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 2005 Honda Lagreat has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Lagreat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2005 Honda Lagreat | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Jazz | Lagreat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
