2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1999 Kia Retona
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 1999 Kia Retona | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Jazz | Retona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |