2000 Fiat Brava vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Brava weights approximately 54 kg more than 2005 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, 2000 Fiat Brava (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Brava | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Brava | Clio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
