2004 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 5 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 52 kg more than 2009 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 (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
