2004 Mazda 3 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 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3.
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, 2004 Mazda 3 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 3 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 3 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
