2005 Lada 2123 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada 2123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 154 kg more than 2005 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 2123. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2005 Lada 2123 has manual transmission. 2005 Lada 2123 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lada 2123 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | 2123 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
