2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Clio (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 142 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio.
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, 2008 Renault Clio (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Renault Clio | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mondeo | Clio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |