2011 BMW 128 vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 BMW 128 is newer by 1 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Because 2011 BMW 128 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 128. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 128 | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 128 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4361 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1412 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |
