2006 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 623 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
Because 2006 Renault Clio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Renault Clio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio. 2011 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Clio | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2033 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
