2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 4 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), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 330 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Jazz | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| 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 | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 71 L |
