2010 Honda Jazz vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 383 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
Because 2009 BMW 525 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 2009 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 2009 BMW 525 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. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Jazz | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Jazz | 525 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
