2005 Renault Clio vs. 2004 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 ZAZ Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 ZAZ Wagon would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 335 kg more than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. 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 Renault Clio (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2004 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Renault | ZAZ |
| Model | Clio | Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2330 mm |
