2009 Acura TL vs. 2008 Honda Jazz

To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 1 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 839 kg more than 2008 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, 2009 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Acura TL 2008 Honda Jazz
Make Acura Honda
Model TL Jazz
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 1496 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 280 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 344 Nm 143 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.2:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1852 kg 1013 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 42 L


 

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