2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 405 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.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 2008 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Jazz | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |