2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 622 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 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jazz | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |
