2002 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 346 kg more than 2002 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 Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Clio | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Clio | Insight |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |