2009 BMW 318 vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, both 2009 BMW 318 and 2009 Honda Jazz were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 458 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 318 (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz. 2009 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 318 | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 318 | Jazz |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |