2005 Ford Lynx vs. 2005 Renault Clio

To start off, both 2005 Ford Lynx 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Lynx (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Lynx should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Lynx weights approximately 30 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.

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 Ford Lynx (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Lynx 2005 Renault Clio
Make Ford Renault
Model Lynx Clio
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 1149 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 73 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4250 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2740 mm


 

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