2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 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, 1996 Renault Megane (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
