2005 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP) has 200 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 525 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Clio | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 274 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
