2005 Infiniti I vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2005 Infiniti I 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti I weights approximately 440 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 Infiniti I (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti I | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | I | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
