2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 303 kg more than 2011 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Laguna | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
