2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1059 kg more than 2002 Renault Clio. 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, 2002 Renault Clio (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
