2009 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 46 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (101 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio. 2005 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Clio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |