2005 Honda Fit vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit.
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, 2006 Renault Clio (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Fit | 2006 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Fit | Clio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |