2004 Honda Element 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 Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (194 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 238 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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 Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (215 Nm @ 5550 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Element | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
