2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Toyota Tazz
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 Tazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tazz would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 195 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2006 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Jazz | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1296 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
