2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 476 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz. 2009 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Jazz | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
