2009 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 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), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 757 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio. 2012 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Renault Clio | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Clio | Pilot |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
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 | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |