2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1998 Kia Avella
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Kia Avella.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1998 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Jazz | Avella |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
