2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2007 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Magentis (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 553 kg more than 2007 Kia Magentis.
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, 2007 Kia Magentis (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz. 2007 Kia Magentis 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. 2007 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 2007 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Jazz | Magentis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1490 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 | 14.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |