2005 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2005 Renault Clio and 2005 Volvo XC70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 493 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 XC70 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 XC70 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 XC70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio. 2005 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Clio | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Clio | XC70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1460 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |