2008 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 1 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 350 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Clio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1630 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 | 8.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |