2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 235 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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 Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1990 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Pilot | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
