2005 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 222 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 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe 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 Renault Clio (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Vibe | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Vibe | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
