2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2007 Honda NSX
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 NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 495 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 2007 Honda NSX 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 2007 Honda NSX. 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, 2007 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 2007 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2007 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Jazz | NSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
