2005 Ford Maverick vs. 2005 Renault Clio

To start off, both 2005 Ford Maverick 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Maverick (118 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 445 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 Maverick 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 Maverick 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 Maverick (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Maverick 2005 Renault Clio
Make Ford Renault
Model Maverick Clio
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1988 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.8 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 166 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12 seconds 9.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1515 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 3780 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 50 L


 

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