2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Morgan Plus 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Morgan Plus 8 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan Plus 8 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Morgan Plus 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Jazz | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 143 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |