2010 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP) has 131 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 162 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 Mini Cooper (260 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda Jazz | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Jazz | Cooper |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1245 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 260 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |