2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (156 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Jazz | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
