2007 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 179 kg more than 2009 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, 2007 Honda Accord (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2009 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Clio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |