2012 Chrysler 200 vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 200 (280 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 200 weights approximately 767 kg more than 2009 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, 2012 Chrysler 200 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chrysler 200 | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | 200 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4948 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2766 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
