2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Forte weights approximately 308 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz. 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, 2009 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 2008 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2009 Kia Forte | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Jazz | Forte |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 989 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 52 L |