2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 401 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (213 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jazz | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
