2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 830 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (192 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Freestyle | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |
