2000 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Reno is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Clio (171 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 187 kg more than 2000 Renault Clio.
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 Renault Clio (200 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (170 Nm). This means 2000 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Clio | 2005 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Clio | Reno |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
