2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2008 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2008 Honda Jazz and 2008 Renault Vel Satis were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 775 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, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 2008 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2008 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Jazz | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 119 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |