2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 2009 Honda FR-V (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | FR-V | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
