2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 734 kg more than 1993 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Five Hundred | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
