2010 Honda Jazz vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 903 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6.
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, 1997 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 1997 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Jazz | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Xedos |
| Model | Jazz | 6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
