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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6, 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 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
