2009 Renault Scenic vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, both 2009 Renault Scenic and 2009 Honda Jazz were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Scenic weights approximately 168 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz. 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 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz. 2009 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Scenic | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Scenic | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
