2005 Infiniti M vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Clio would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 700 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | M | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
