2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 3 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 800 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Jazz | X3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 67 L |
