2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 179 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Clio. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2012 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mountaineer | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |
