2004 Renault Clio vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 364 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Clio | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Clio | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
