2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 224 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Renault Clio (300 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Colorado | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
