2002 Renault Megane vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 203 kg more than 2012 Honda Jazz.
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, 2012 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (99 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Megane | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
