2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 795 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (343 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Jazz | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 73 L |
