2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2005 Mazda 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 610 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 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | 6 | Clio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |