2005 Renault Clio vs. 2003 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Cruze weights approximately 85 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 2003 Holden Cruze 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, 2003 Holden Cruze 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, 2003 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio. 2003 Holden Cruze 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. 2003 Holden Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2003 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | Clio | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
