2007 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Renault Clio

To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 4 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 203 kg more than 2011 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio. 2011 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda Accord 2011 Renault Clio
Make Honda Renault
Model Accord Clio
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2353 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 166 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 151 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.8:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1418 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 55 L


 

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