2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2006 Kia Spectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Spectra weights approximately 236 kg more than 2005 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, 2006 Kia Spectra (184 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (151 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 2006 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Jazz | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
