2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 855 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Jazz | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 989 kg | 1844 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 87 L |
