1998 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1998 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio. 2010 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Clio | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1778 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
