2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 852 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane. 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, 2006 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (114 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 13.8 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 | 1992 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
