2002 Honda City vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda City weights approximately 42 kg more than 2005 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, 2002 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | City | Clio |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |