Mazda 2 2015 vs Honda Jazz 2015
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.5 Petrol | 1.3 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 115 HP | 102 HP | |
| Torque: | 148 NM | 123 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds | |
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Mazda 2 is more dynamic to drive. Mazda 2 engine produces 13 HP more power than Honda Jazz, whereas torque is 25 NM more than Honda Jazz. Thanks to more power Mazda 2 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.9 | 5.0 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 5.7 l/100km | 5.6 l/100km | |
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By specification Mazda 2 consumes 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Honda Jazz, which means that by driving the Mazda 2 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 15 litres of fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Mazda 2 consumes 0.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Honda Jazz. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 43 litres | 40 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 870 km in combined cycle | 800 km in combined cycle | |
| 1040 km on highway | 930 km on highway | ||
| 750 km with real consumption | 710 km with real consumption | ||
| Mazda 2 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 143 mm (5.6 inches) | 110 mm (4.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 2 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Mazda 2 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 13 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Mazda 3 | Used only for this car | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mazda 2 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Mazda 2 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.06 m | 4.00 m | |
| Width: | 1.70 m | 1.69 m | |
| Height: | 1.50 m | 1.55 m | |
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Mazda 2 is larger, but lower. Mazda 2 is 7 cm longer than the Honda Jazz, width is practically the same , while the height of Mazda 2 is 6 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 280 litres | 354 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
950 litres | 1314 litres | |
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Honda Jazz has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Mazda 2 has 74 litres less trunk space than the Honda Jazz. This could mean that the Mazda 2 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Honda Jazz (by 364 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 9.8 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 2 is 1 metres less than that of the Honda Jazz, which means Mazda 2 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`510 | 1`605 | |
| Safety: | |||
| The Mazda 2 scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | high | high | |
| Honda Jazz has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Mazda 2, so Honda Jazz quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 9600 | 9400 | |
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