2010 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 496 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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 2012 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Jazz | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Jazz | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1245 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 136 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 58 L |
