2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 402 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz. 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (277 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (151 Nm). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz. 1998 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
