2004 Honda HR-V vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2004 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda HR-V | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | HR-V | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |
