2010 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,245 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 198 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. 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 Honda Jazz (110 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Jazz | 2012 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Jazz | Spark |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1245 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 35 L |
