2005 Renault Clio vs. 1995 Xedos 6
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Xedos 6 would be higher. Both 2005 Renault Clio and 1995 Xedos 6 are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio.
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, 1995 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (101 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio. 1995 Xedos 6 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. 1995 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 1995 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Renault | Xedos |
| Model | Clio | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
