2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 292 kg more than 2013 Volvo C70.
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 Volvo C70 (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz. 2013 Volvo C70 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 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Jazz | C70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
