2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2008 Chevrolet Epica
To start off, both 2008 Honda Jazz and 2008 Chevrolet Epica were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Epica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Epica (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Epica should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Epica weights approximately 487 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, 2008 Chevrolet Epica (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Epica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 2008 Chevrolet Epica 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. 2008 Chevrolet Epica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2008 Chevrolet Epica | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Jazz | Epica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1338 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
