2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 388 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz. 2008 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Jazz | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 67 L |
