2008 Honda Fit vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
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, 2005 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Fit | Clio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |