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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
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 Renault Clio (300 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
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 | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
