2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 77 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 58 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 1998 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Jazz | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1245 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |
