2006 Honda Insight vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
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, 2004 Renault Clio (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Insight | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 48 L |
