2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2008 Honda Jazz and 2008 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Megane (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 371 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, 2008 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 2008 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | Megane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 989 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
