2012 Honda Jazz vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 653 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3.
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 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Honda Jazz | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Jazz | 3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |