2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Panda and 2005 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (73 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (255 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Panda | Clio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 105 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |