2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2000 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2000 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz. 2000 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 2000 Buick Century | |
Make | Honda | Buick |
Model | Jazz | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |