2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Primera (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 398 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, 2007 Nissan Primera (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Jazz | Primera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |