2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 671 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia. 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz. 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Jazz | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |
