2010 Honda Jazz vs. 1997 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Safrane (142 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 518 kg more than 1997 Renault Safrane.
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, 1997 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 1997 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Jazz | 1997 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1997 |
| 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 | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |
