2004 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Renault Clio (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Clio | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |