2004 Honda Fit vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Fit weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 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, 2004 Honda Fit (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Fit | 2002 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Fit | Clio |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |