2003 Honda City vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda City would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Clio weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Honda City.
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, 2003 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda City | 2008 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | City | Clio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |