2011 Honda Jazz vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Jazz.
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 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz. 2010 Mazda 3 has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Jazz | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Jazz | 3 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |