2009 Honda Insight vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Insight (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 101 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Insight | 2012 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Insight | Clio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |