2004 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 1 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 6 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Renault Clio (191 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2003 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Clio |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 191 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |