2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Renault Clio | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Blazer | Clio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |