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 11 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (108 HP @ 3750 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 383 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 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 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 | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |