2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 2 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 2010 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Jazz | 550 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |