2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 425 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Hardbody | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1070 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
