2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (138 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 127 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
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, 2005 Kia Rio (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Jazz | 2005 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Jazz | Rio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 944 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |