2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2007 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,338 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 198 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto. 2007 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2007 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Jazz | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1338 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 35 L |
