2010 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz B and 2010 Honda Jazz were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 263 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 2010 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2010 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | B | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |
