2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
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 Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 929 kg more than 2006 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento 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 Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Jazz | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 139 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 2000 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |