2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 389 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Tata Nano 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 2009 Tata Nano. 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano. 2008 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2009 Tata Nano | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Jazz | Nano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 989 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 37 L |