2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 5 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 2 weights approximately 53 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Jazz | 2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |
