2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 4 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 467 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz. 2009 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Jazz | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Jazz | Sedona |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |