2002 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio.
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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2009 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Clio |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 76.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |