2003 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 782 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio. 2005 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Clio | V70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
