2007 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. 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 Renault Clio (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Clio | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Clio | Insight |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |