2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 6 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
