2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 373 kg more than 2009 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Jazz | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |