2008 Renault Modus vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Modus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Modus would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Modus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Modus (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 798 kg more than 2008 Renault Modus.
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 Modus (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Modus | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Modus | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 42 L |
