2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1999 Kia Shuma
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 Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Shuma weights approximately 53 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz.
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, 1999 Kia Shuma (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Shuma 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 Shuma | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Jazz | Shuma |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |