2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 705 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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 Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 2006 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Pilot | Clio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |