2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 503 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, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 2010 Honda Element | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Jazz | Element |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4328 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |