2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2008 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Livina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Livina would be higher. At 1,598 cc, 2008 Nissan Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1357 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz.
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 Nissan Livina (153 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 2008 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Jazz | Livina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1245 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 52 L |
