2005 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora (248 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 560 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 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Aurora | Clio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |