2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 804 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (250 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (93 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Hyundai | Renault |
Model | Santa Fe | Clio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 93 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |