1998 Honda Prelude vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Prelude would be higher. Both 1998 Honda Prelude and 2006 Renault Clio are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (194 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Honda Prelude. 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, 2006 Renault Clio (215 Nm @ 5550 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Prelude | 2006 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Prelude | Clio |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |