2010 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 2 (100 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 2 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2.
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 Mazda 2 (133 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Jazz | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Jazz | 2 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1245 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |
