2010 Honda Jazz vs. 2010 Holden Calais
To start off, both 2010 Honda Jazz and 2010 Holden Calais were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Holden Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Holden Calais (278 HP) has 201 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Calais should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Because 2010 Holden Calais 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 2010 Holden Calais. 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, 2010 Holden Calais (350 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2010 Holden Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 2010 Holden Calais 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. 2010 Holden Calais will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda Jazz | 2010 Holden Calais | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Jazz | Calais |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1245 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 278 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |