2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 96 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 2005 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Samurai (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Samurai 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 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Samurai 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 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Jazz | Samurai |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 989 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |