2003 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Honda Insight

To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 211 kg more than 2003 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, 2011 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Renault Clio 2011 Honda Insight
Make Renault Honda
Model Clio Insight
Year Released 2003 2011
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1390 cc 1300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 96 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 127 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 1000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 1241 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4376 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1427 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 5.8 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 40 L


 

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