2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 273 kg more than 2004 Renault Megane.
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, 2004 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
