1998 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1163 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Clio | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
