2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 216 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 Hyundai Accent (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 2008 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Accent 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 Jazz | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Jazz | Accent |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 989 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |