2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Optima would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Optima (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 555 kg more than 2006 Kia Optima.
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, 2006 Kia Optima (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 2006 Kia Optima | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Jazz | Optima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |