1997 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 610 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Legend | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Legend | Clio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
