2005 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2005 Renault Clio and 2005 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 364 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 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio. 2005 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Clio | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Clio | V50 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |