2010 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 470 kg more than 2010 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Clio | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Clio | Accord |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
