2004 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Renault Clio

To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 80 kg more than 2006 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, 2004 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Honda Civic 2006 Renault Clio
Make Honda Renault
Model Civic Clio
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1334 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 177 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.6 seconds 10.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.4 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 50 L


 

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