2005 Honda Insight vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight is newer by 3 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Clio weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Honda Insight. 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, 2002 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Insight | 2002 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Insight | Clio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |