2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 750 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.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | B2500 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2480 mm |
