2008 Honda Fit vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit. 2008 Honda Fit 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 Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Fit | Clio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |