2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Jazz | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |