2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 653 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
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, 2008 Audi A3 (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz. 2008 Audi A3 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. 2008 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Jazz | 2008 Audi A3 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Jazz | A3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 9.1 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 | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |