2010 Honda Jazz vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 3 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP) has 219 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 872 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.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Jazz | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Jazz | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1245 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
