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


 

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