2001 Honda Life vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Clio (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Renault Clio (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Life | 2012 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Life | Clio |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |