2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Clio weights approximately 593 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra. 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 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Micra | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
