2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2002 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | CR-V | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
