2004 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 243 kg more than 2004 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 Renault Clio (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Clio | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Clio | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
