2006 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,999 cc, 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Clio weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1390 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
