2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1999 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sunny.
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 Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 1999 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Jazz | Sunny |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |