2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 4 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 271 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, 2012 Chevrolet Optra (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2012 Chevrolet Optra | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Jazz | Optra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 143 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |