2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Jazz | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 355 HP |
Torque | 143 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 67 L |