2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 2,954 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 729 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Terrano | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
