2009 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 329 kg more than 2009 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, 2011 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Clio | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Clio | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
