2011 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, both 2011 Hyundai Sonata and 2011 Honda Jazz were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Sonata (198 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 387 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Hyundai Sonata (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz. 2011 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Sonata has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Sonata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Hyundai Sonata | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Hyundai | Honda |
Model | Sonata | Jazz |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2794 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |