2010 Honda Jazz vs. 2009 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Thalia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Thalia would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 48 kg more than 2009 Renault Thalia. 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 Thalia (160 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 2009 Renault Thalia 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. 2009 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Jazz | 2009 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1245 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2473 mm |
