2005 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2005 Renault Clio and 2005 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Espace (176 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 1020 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 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio. 2005 Renault Espace 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 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2005 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
