2009 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 264 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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Focus | Jazz |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 12.6 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 | 1311 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |