2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 915 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (101 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Lancer | Clio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |