2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2008 Renault Symbol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Symbol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (76 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Symbol weights approximately 16 kg more than 2005 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, 2008 Renault Symbol (160 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Symbol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1243 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2473 mm |
