2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 331 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Jazz | Juke |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 188 HP |
Torque | 143 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |