2007 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2007 Honda Civic and 2007 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
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 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Clio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1461 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |