2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
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 Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Vitz would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Vitz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 70 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Jazz | Vitz |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 113 HP |
Torque | 143 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |