2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 631 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Jazz | Maxima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 286 HP |
Torque | 143 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4843 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1467 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 76 L |