2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 343 kg more than 2006 Renault Kangoo. 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, 2009 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
