2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2008 Honda Jazz and 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 518 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jazz | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
