2007 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (82 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 42 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio. 2005 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | Clio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
