2005 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2005 Renault Clio and 2005 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 555 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Clio | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Clio | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 16.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |