2005 Mini One vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mini One would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini One should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini One weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 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 Mini One (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini One | 2008 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | One | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
