1999 Honda City vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 870 kg more than 1999 Honda City. 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 Clio (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda City | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | City | Clio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
