2007 Honda Jazz vs. 2002 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Kia Rio. 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, 2007 Honda Jazz (143 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 2002 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Jazz | Rio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
