2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2010 BMW 128
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Because 2010 BMW 128 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 128. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 2010 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Jazz | 128 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 53 L |
