2009 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 2 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 179 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 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Clio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 199 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |