2010 Honda Jazz vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2010 Honda Jazz and 2010 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (118 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 362 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mazda 6 (165 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 2010 Mazda 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. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Jazz | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Jazz | 6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1245 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
