2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2004 Marcos TS
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Marcos TS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Marcos TS would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Marcos TS (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 968 kg more than 2004 Marcos TS.
Because 2004 Marcos TS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Marcos TS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 2004 Marcos TS | |
| Make | Honda | Marcos |
| Model | Jazz | TS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |
