2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Kia Rio
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 Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio.
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 Honda Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio. 2006 Kia Rio 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. 2006 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 2006 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Jazz | Rio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
