2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2011 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Splash is newer by 2 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Splash.
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, 2009 Honda Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 2011 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Jazz | Splash |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
