2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 3 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1008 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. 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, 2009 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 2012 Chevrolet Kalos | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Jazz | Kalos |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1150 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |