2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2011 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2011 Renault Trafic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2011 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2011 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 90 L |
