2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 348 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A 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. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jazz | A |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
