2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 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 27 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 302 kg more than 2008 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1338 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
