2009 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
