2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 938 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio.
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, 2003 Renault Clio (191 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 7.1 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 | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
