2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2009 Honda FR-V (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | FR-V | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
