2011 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 918 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. 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, 2011 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Jazz | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Jazz | Panda |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 17 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 30 L |