2005 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 17 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Escape (262 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escape | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
