2008 Nissan Note vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Note. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Note would be higher. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Note (87 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Note weights approximately 119 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Note (128 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Note | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Note | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 42 L |
